Climate Insights for Altamira
Huila, Colombia
Climate Overview
The climate in Altamira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 19°C and approximately 3,002 mm of precipitation falls per year. Altamira receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Altamira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Altamira is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 66°F and approximately 118.2 in of precipitation falls per year. Altamira receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Altamira sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Altamira sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 14°C to 25°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 19°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 14°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Altamira sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 58°F to 77°F. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 77°F with a mean of 67°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 58°F and an average of 65°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Altamira is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3,002 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 250 mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 363 mm of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 162 mm. That's 201 mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Altamira is a very wet location, receiving approximately 118.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.8 in per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 14.3 in of rainfall. April and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 6.4 in. That's 7.9 in less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.
Wind
Altamira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Altamira is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Altamira based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Altamira based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.